Introduction Imagine the overwhelming experience of new motherhood—sleepless nights, learning about your baby’s needs, and the endless advice from eager onlookers. Now, add the layer of dealing with a severe mental illness. It sounds daunting, doesn’t it? Mothers dealing with these challenges often face a maze of emotions intertwined with societal stigma that could make […]
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How Access to Resources Influences Maternal Choices: Insights from Behavioral Ecology
— Introduction: The Hidden Framework of Maternal Decisions Imagine being faced with a decision that impacts the very survival of your loved ones. For mothers around the world, this is not simply an imaginative exercise but a daily reality. When resources are limited, how does a mother decide where to allocate her energy and care? […]

Illuminating Sleep Challenges: Insights from New Zealand’s Blind Community
— Introduction Ever wonder why some people are night owls and others transform into early birds? Our sleep-wake patterns are dictated by our circadian rhythms, an internal clock that diligently ticks away, synchronizing our biological processes with the rise and set of the sun. But what happens when your sight isn’t there to cue these […]